Jackson family waits out Hurricane Michael for wedding
JACKSON, Tenn.-- "My sister was getting married on the beach in Ft. Walton, actually Thursday," Abby Lenard, who lives in Jackson, said over FaceTime. But, thanks to Hurricane Michael those…
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TBI: Dyersburg youth softball coach charged, accused of sending inappropriate photos to underage girls
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Special agents from the Tennessee Bureau of investigation have obtained indictments for a Dyersburg man who stands accused of exposing at least two girls he coached on a youth softball team to inappropriate photographs. TBI agents began…
Dyersburg man arrested, charged with taking inappropriate photographs of a minor
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Special agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained indictments for a Dyersburg man, who stands accused of taking inappropriate photographs of a minor. TBI agents began investigating Zachery Ryan Permenter on April 20. During…
Carroll County business struggles after receiving eviction notice
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Leaders with the Campbell Arms Manufacturing Company say they have been battling with the McKenzie Industrial Development Board over being evicted from their location in the Industrial Park.…
Students, community gather for 'For Freedoms' panel discussion
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dozens of students and community members gathered in the Lambuth Chapel Tuesday night for a panel discussion. It is all a part of the "For Freedoms" project. The topic of discussion was "What does freedom from fear…
Jackson firefighter selected Firefighter of the Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Exchange Club honored a local firefighter as part of their annual 'Firefighter of the Year' Award. Jackson Firefighter Paul Cook was selected as this years 'Firefighter of the Year' for his community service efforts. Cook…
Donate Life Tennessee raises awareness for organ and tissue donations
JACKSON, Tenn.--The need for organ donations to help save lives is the focus of an effort across Tennessee for those who have and want to help. The Driver Services Division, in partnership…
Local officials emphasize fire safety during Nat'l Fire Prevention Week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's National Fire Prevention Week and local fire officials want you to be prepared to handle fire emergencies. "You know in your homes, the number one thing is working…
Milan Police Department holds annual coat drive, 'Operation Coats for Kids'
MILAN, Tenn. -- The Milan Police Department is making sure kids stay warm this winter. "These are some coats left over from last year, and we are hoping to…
Judge hears updates on two murder cases
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Madison County judge hears updates on two murder cases Tuesday. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Julia Ewoldt was in the courtroom. Braxton…
TBI seeks public's help in death investigation of Weakley Co. woman
SHARON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Weakley County sheriff’s office are seeking the public’s assistance in the ongoing investigation into the death of a woman from Sharon. On…
Local artists nominated, awarded at Tennessee Music Awards in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.--Local musicians kick off a star studded night at the annual Tennessee Music Awards in Jackson. Musical guests lined the red carpet at University of Memphis-Lambuth Campus, which featured…
Local man hailed a hero in shooting following Haywood County football game
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Leaders with the Brownsville Police Department are calling Patrick Shields a hero. The Brownsville native said he came to Friday night's homecoming game to see his son…
I-40 crash in Haywood Co. leaves 10 injured
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A crash early Monday morning on Interstate 40 in Haywood County sent several to the hospital. Around 4 a.m., the Tennessee Highway Patrol was alerted of…
TDOT provides update on 45 Bypass construction
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation is starting to check things off its to-do list here in Jackson. The first item on the list was turning left out of Casey…
